" I attended Art Talk / Art Walk in Apr. and was most impressed by Sarah Swan's opening remarks and questioning of the 2 guest artists. I then looked on line to see future events and noticed that Sarah does home lectures. As I am a member of a book club, I think it would be absolutely fabulous to arrange for Sarah to meet with our club and deliver her talk "I Don't Get It". " - quote from an Art patron

THE FIRST FRIDAYS HOME LECTURE SERIES

Tired of your book club? Been to too many pampered chef parties? Would you like to learn how to understand and appreciate modern and contemporary art?Announcing a brand new First Fridays Initiative – The First Fridays Home Lecture Series. We want to bring the art world into your home! Pick a night, pick a topic, invite your friends, pour some wine, and First Fridays will send our resident speaker Sarah Swan to your living room.Lecture Topics:

I don’t get it – why art is so hard to understand, and practical steps to help you approach any work of art. (recommended if it is your first event)

But it doesn’t match the sofa – why art today is often disturbing and ugly, and how you can learn to appreciate what is not beautiful.

“Weird” Art - Performance and Installation art clearly explained!

Focus on Painting – Learn the formal elements of painting and how to “read” both representational and abstract works.

First Fridays requests you confirm a minimum of six guests. There is no maximum – depends on the size of your living room! Cost is $10.00 per person.Lectures are approximately 45 minutes in length, with plenty of time for discussion and questions. Sarah comes armed with great slides and visuals, and can bring a projector or laptop as required. Lectures typically begin at 7pm. To book a home lecture, please send an email tofirstfridayswinnipeg@hotmail.com

Sarah Swan

As a grant writer for artists and arts organizations, Sarah Swan is deeply aware of the disconnect between the arts community and the non-artist public.In 2001, while completing her thesis in Fine Arts at the University of Manitoba, she became disillusioned by the fact that art seemed to be only understood and appreciated by other artists. In the interest of earning the galleries in the city the broader viewership they deserve, Swan has developed a series of informal yet informative lectures for those who want to know more about art.

With the generous support of The Exchange District BIZ, The Winnipeg Arts Council and Manitoba Arts Council.